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Soul Ensemble -Audition

These classes are designed to introduce the student to a broad range of classic Soul and Rhythm ’n’ Blues music styles.  Key features of this broad genre are revealed through the performance of historically important repertoire from the 1950s/60s/70s through to the present era.  Vocalists gain experience singing both lead and harmony parts Rhythm section players learn to create authentic grooves that will move an audience.  Horn players learn to work as a section, punctuating the... [More]
$20 Limited inc GST
Soul Ensemble -Audition

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<p>These classes are designed to introduce the student to a broad range of classic Soul and Rhythm ’n’ Blues music styles. </p>

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For adults (minimum age 16)

THIS IS A LIVE AUDITION - You will receive an email 1 week before the audition with your audition time.

The fee for the 8-week term is $610. If you enrol for an audition by 29 June, you will only pay the Early Bird rate of $536.80 for the term (12% discount), providing you are successful at audition. If you are a full-time student or hold a current pension/healthcare card, you are eligible for a 15% discount. Call office for more info.

PLEASE NOTE: We will only audition positions that are vacant. Current students have first option to re-enrol. If there are no places available for your instrument, we will inform you and refund your audition fee. 

The course is for adults (minimum age 16)

Classes will be on:

Tuesday nights from 28 July with Darren Heinrich

PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT INSTRUMENT YOU ARE PLAYING FOR THE AUDITION

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Jazz Ensembles - Audition

These classes are designed for students who wish to develop confident improvisation, aural and sight-reading skills. They provide an ensemble-based environment for the development of personal jazz skills, along with an understanding of the dynamics at work in a small performance group. Typically, there will be drums, electric bass, piano, horns (trumpet, alto, tenor) and guitar as the usual line-up. Other instruments are welcome (vibes, flute etc).  During the term Jazz Ensembles... [More]
$20 Limited inc GST
Jazz Ensembles - Audition

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<p>These classes are designed for students who wish to develop confident improvisation, aural and sight-reading skills. They

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For adults (minimum age 16)

THIS IS A LIVE AUDITION - You will receive an email 1 week before the audition date to inform you of your audition time.

JAZZ ENSEMBLES COMMENCE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:

  • Monday 27 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Andrew Dickeson)
  • Tuesday 28 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Karl Laskowski)
  • Wednesday 29 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Bernice Tesara)
  • Thursday 30 JULY 6-8pm (tutor - Michael Bartolomei)

Any woodwind or brass instrument will be considered for the 'horn' positions.

The fee for the 8-week term is $610. If you enrol for an audition by 29 JUNE (end of early bird offer) you will only pay the Early Bird rate for the term $536.80 (12% discount), providing you are successful at audition. If you are a full-time student or hold a current pension/healthcare card, you are eligible for a 15% discount. You can enter your ID number at checkout to receive this discount. 

PLEASE NOTE: 
We will only audition positions that are vacant. Current students have first option to re-enrol. We will inform you if there are no spots available to audition for asap and refund your audition fee.

Please let us know your instrument when you enrol.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Piano for Beginners Level 3

Taught in the keyboard lab on weighted digital keyboards, Piano for Beginners level 3 is designed for the advanced beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding of note reading, and experience with basic technical work and piano pieces in varying hand positions. Over 8 weeks, students will be taken through an intensive course of technical work, finger training, sight reading skill, pedal use, basic chord symbol reading, and exploration of basic... [More]
$580 $510.40 Limited inc GST
Piano for Beginners Level 3

<p>Taught in the keyboard lab on weighted digital keyboards, Piano for Beginners level 3 is designed for the advanced beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding

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For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class in the Conservatorium building.

Entry level: by prior enrolment in Piano for Beginners Level 2.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 1

Aimed at the pianist who is a beginner to Jazz, this course offers students an introduction to jazz harmony, rhythm and improvisation.  Over the course of 8 weeks students will further develop their technical ability, performance skills and music theory knowledge through playing classic jazz tunes. The classes are held in our keyboard lab and the course embraces creativity and experimentation.  As well as working through notated scores, students will be guided to explore their own... [More]
$580 $510.40 Limited inc GST
Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 1

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<p>Aimed at the pianist who is a beginner to Jazz, this course offers students an introduction to jazz harmony, rhythm and

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For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class in the Conservatorium building.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Impro Basics

This course is designed for musicians with no background in improvisation. You will need some basic level of understanding how to read music and chord charts. It provides students with an opportunity to learn elementary theoretical concepts, historical knowledge and basic skills in the art of jazz improvisation. Students will learn to Put into practice theoretical knowledge of harmony and scales Train their ear to recognise chords and scales Perform technical exercises for... [More]
$610.01 $536.80 Limited inc GST
Impro Basics

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<p>This course is designed for musicians with no background in improvisation. You will need some basic level of understanding

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For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class in the Conservatorium building

Entry Level: Ability to read simple melody line and chord symbol charts.

Instrumentation

PLACES ARE LIMITED FOR THE FOLLOWING INSTRUMENTS:

  • 2 pianos (2 spaces left for this term)
  • 2 guitars (2 space left for this term)
  • 1 bass (1 space left for this term)

We can accept any number of wind or other instruments.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Piano for Continuers Level 1

Piano for Continuers – Level 1 Piano for Continuers – Level 1 is suitable for advanced students who may have recently completed Piano for Beginners Level 4 and would like to continue developing their skills in a group setting. The course focuses on consolidating piano technique, improving musical understanding, and developing expressive performance skills. Students work with progressively more challenging repertoire and prepare a piece of their own choosing, finalised with the... [More]
$580 $510.40 Limited inc GST
Piano for Continuers Level 1

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<p><strong>Piano for Continuers – Level 1</strong> is suitable for advanced students who may have recently completed

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If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Songwriting 1

Songwriting 1 methodically introduces tools, techniques, and strategies for writing and understanding the mechanics of great lyrics, melodies, chords, and song forms. Each class is part lecture, part workshop style, and in each 2-hour class, students with gather tools to generate material for their songs, develop the vocabulary to analyse songwriting techniques through close listening to great songs and songwriters, and receive a weekly project to hone the particular tools of the... [More]
$520 $457.60 Limited inc GST
Songwriting 1

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<p>Songwriting 1 methodically introduces tools, techniques, and strategies for writing and understanding the mechanics of great

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For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Piano for Beginners Level 2

Piano for Beginner Level 2 is designed for the intermediate beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding of note reading, and experience with basic scales and playing pieces in 5 finger hand positions. Over 8 weeks, students will be taken through an intensive course of technical work, finger training and exploration of basic piano literature in varying hand positions, as well as ensemble playing. The course will be taken at a speed, best... [More]
$580 $510.40 Limited inc GST
Piano for Beginners Level 2

<p>Piano for Beginner Level 2 is designed for the intermediate beginner, who is familiar with the notes of the keyboard, has prior understanding of note reading, and experience with basic scales and

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For adults (minimum age 16)

This is a FACE-TO-FACE class in the Conservatorium building.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 4

In Jazz Piano First Steps Level 4 students continue their study of Jazz Standards from the Great American Songbook and Jazz Masters.  Students expand on their knowledge and skills gained in Levels 1, 2 and 3 arranging tunes with a variety of approaches including for solo piano, piano accompaniment for a singer or instrumentalist, and also ensemble playing.  Students will continue to explore Latin and Swing rhythm feels as well as developing approaches to Jazz Funk and Pop... [More]
$580 $510.40 Limited inc GST
Jazz Piano: First Steps Level 4

<p>In Jazz Piano First Steps Level 4 students continue their study of Jazz Standards from the Great American Songbook and Jazz Masters. </p>

<p>Students expand on their knowledge and skills gained in

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If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.

Piano for Continuers Level 2

Piano for Continuers – Level 2 Piano for Continuers – Level 2 is designed for advanced beginners who are already comfortable playing at approximately AMEB Grade 3 standard or above. This level builds the skills developed in Level 1 and moves at a faster pace. The course places greater emphasis on technical control, stylistic awareness, interpretation, and expressive performance. Students prepare an individual piece, finalised in the first class, that reflects the increased... [More]
$580 $510.40 Limited inc GST
Piano for Continuers Level 2

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This course starts 1-week later than other Term 3 Short Courses due to tutor availability.
The listed dates are correct.

If there isn't a class to suit you, please the waiting list.